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Statewide Family Networks Saved, DSP Wages to Increase |
The Oregon Legislature closed its legislative session with positive outcomes for the disability community. First, funding for the statewide Family Networks was reinstated with the approval of the DHS budget bill (SB 5529).
Oregon legislators also increased wages for the critical direct support professional workforce and set case management funding at $170 million. Read the latest GO! Bulletin for a recap on the 2021 legislative investments in developmental disability services.
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CARES Center to Host COVID Vaccine Clinic Saturday, Springfield Public Library Later This Month |
The Arc Lane County, in collaboration with Lane County Public Health, will host a free COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Clinic at the CARES Center on Saturday, July 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. No appointment is needed and people are welcome to pick up a food box while at the event.
In addition, representatives from the Springfield Public Library will be at the CARES Center on Saturday, July 24,10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to share resources available at the library, and sign people for a free library card. There will also be Latinx musicians during the event.
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New JumpStart Preschool Now Enrolling, Program to Start Aug. 9
The Arc Lane County is now enrolling children ages three to five years in its JumpStart Preschool. The new preschool, opening August 9, will provide opportunities for children of all abilities and backgrounds to learn and grow and play.
For more information about the JumpStart Preschool or to schedule a tour of the facility, contact Annie.
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The Arc to Provide Individualized Tech Coaching with Grant from Comcast |
Adults interested in learning how to fully utilize technology for personal growth and enrichment may receive 1:1 technology coaching from The Arc Lane County, thanks to a grant from Comast.
The Arc Lane County will provide one-on-one technology coaching to help adults with disabilities understand how technology can be used for employment, expanding social network, personal health and growth. For more information about this new program, contact Devin. |
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The Arc Receives Large Donation from Hayden Homes for Arc Park |
Hayden Homes, the largest privately-owned homebuilder in the Pacific Northwest, has donated $10K to the Arc Park. The park's water play area will be named in honor of the company. Read the Press Release to learn more about the donation.
“We are incredibly grateful to Hayden Homes for the generous donation, and we look forward to naming the water play area in their honor,” says Pam Ring, executive director of The Arc Lane County. “After more than a year of isolation due the pandemic, families are looking forward to gathering at the Arc Park now more than ever.”
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More Sponsors to Join Play Your Part Auction |
Special thanks to the Phil & Lisa Speers Family, The Satre Group, Agate Architecture, and Delta Sand & Gravel for sponsoring this year's Play Your Part Auction on August 14 to benefit the second phase of the park. The next phase of the park will include the sand and water play areas, the accessible turf, the picnic area and the family-style restrooms.
We are grateful to have the support of many wonderful companies for this year's auction. See the other amazing auction sponsors here.
Be sure to "like" the Arc Park on Facebook to keep up to date on the park construction and the Play Your Part auction.
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Families Connected Hosts Weekly Activities for Families During Summer Months |
Families Connected, the family network serving Lane County families, is excited to once again host fun summer events for families. Parents and children are invited to Fun at Fairmount Park every Tuesday for water play, arts and crafts, and conversation.
After playing in the park, parents are invited to attend Hot Topic Wednesday to talk about concerns, share tips and celebrate parenting successes in a supportive environment. Hot Topic Wednesday will be held every other week, with the next event being held July 28.
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The Arc Lane County Accepting Applications |
Got great skills? Want to join a fun team and do rewarding work?
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